Small, intense movement bursts throughout the day may help lower the chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Scientists studied how quick, vigorous activities that last less than a minute relate to diabetes risk. They also looked at slightly longer bursts of moderate to vigorous movement, up to three
Carlos Alcaraz isn’t just a tennis star—he’s also known for his love of golf. After matches, he’s been seen swinging clubs with the same intensity he uses on the court. Even rival Novak Djokovic once joked about Alcaraz’s powerful drives, calling them fearless. But now, his off-court hobby is under
This weekend, St. Paul’s West Side neighborhood will host its Cinco de Mayo festival, but with a smaller crowd and more local flavor than in past years. Instead of spreading across long blocks, the event is now concentrated on Cesar Chavez Street between Robert and Ada streets, including Parque Cast
At 22, most people are still figuring out life—new jobs, friendships, who they want to be. But for one young songwriter, that age felt like a dead end. She sat in a hotel room staring at a blank wall, convinced her career was already over. The charts had once crowned her the voice of a generation, b
La La Anthony has lived in the spotlight for years, but she just revealed the real influence in her life: her son Kiyan. At an event, she made it clear that no one—not managers, celebrities, or public figures—holds more sway over her decisions than her 19-year-old son. "He’s the only one who can tel
The Hollywood Casino Joliet has lined up a fun mix of performances for the warmer months ahead. Big-name singers, laughter-filled comedy nights, and sleight-of-hand tricks will take center stage at the event venue. This isn’t a new plan—the casino has been hosting well-known acts since opening, aimi
Most people know police officers for traffic stops and patrol work, but one deputy in Illinois does double duty as a weather watcher. Sean Berry has spent years tracking storms while keeping the peace, a hobby that started when he was just a kid. He grew up near Plainfield, where an awful tornado in
The mayor’s council chief has asked the city to give her a personal car and driver for official trips. She says it would save time and let her focus on meetings instead of traffic. Some council members worry about spending taxpayers’ money on a luxury vehicle for one person. They argue that the c
Poland is planning a new tax on oil companies that will help smooth out the recent cuts to fuel taxes and VAT. The Finance Ministry said this move is part of a larger effort to keep the country on track with the European Union’s budget rules. The goal is to avoid falling into an excessive deficit si
The Israeli regulator has given the green light for a new stablecoin tied to its national currency. Bits of Gold, a Tel Aviv‑based crypto exchange, received permission after a two‑year review and trial run. The token, named BILS, works on the Solana blockchain. Fireblocks helped secure it a
